Arraignment 2

5. Defendant choosing to represent themselves in court. (2 words)
7. Serious criminal offense often punishable by imprisonment for more than a year. (1 word)
8. Defense claiming the accused was elsewhere at the time of the crime. (1 word)
11. Guidelines given by the judge to the jury for reaching a verdict. (2 words)
13. The defendant’s first court appearance where charges are presented, rights explained, and bail may be set. (2 words)
18. Circumstances that may reduce the severity of a sentence. (2 words)
19. A bond provided by a third party ensuring the defendant’s appearance in court. (2 words)
20. Government-appointed attorney for those who cannot afford a private lawyer. (2 words)

1. Protection against being tried twice for the same offense. (2 words)
2. Legal representative defending the accused in court. (2 words)
3. Legal proceeding where evidence or arguments are presented to the court. (1 word)
4. Court session to determine if there’s enough evidence for a trial. (2 words)
6. The defendant admits guilt but raises additional facts or defenses. (2 words)
9. Questioning of a witness by the opposing party’s attorney. (2 words)
10. Lesser criminal offense usually punishable by fines or short-term imprisonment. (1 word)
12. Compensation or repayment to the victim for losses suffered due to the crime. (1 word)
14. Disrespectful or disobedient behavior toward the court, punishable by sanctions. (3 words)
15. Legal process of surrendering an accused individual to another jurisdiction. (1 word)
16. Requirements imposed on a defendant as a condition of bail. (2 words)
17. Monetary amount set by the court to secure a defendant’s release before trial. (1 word)